Cisco NXOS ADV to ACI ADV Upgrade License (1G Platforms)

Advance existing Cisco 1G platforms from NX-OS Advanced to ACI Advanced with a targeted upgrade license designed for fabric modernization. This entitlement is built for organizations that have already standardized on Cisco switching and now need to move into ACI without replacing the underlying platform. For infrastructure teams, the value is continuity. You preserve the installed base while enabling the ACI feature set required for policy-driven operations, centralized control, and more consistent fabric behavior. That matters when the network must support application mobility, segmentation, and operational consistency across data center domains. This upgrade license is also a procurement-friendly way to extend the life of current hardware investments. Instead of funding a full platform refresh, you can unlock the next software tier on supported 1G systems and align the environment with ACI architecture goals. It is a practical choice for enterprises that want a measured migration path: keep the platform, expand the software capability, and move toward ACI on a schedule that fits operational and budget constraints.